Side Man Reviews

“Expertly directed, with an eye for atmosphere, by Leslie A. Kobylinski. . . As usual with the Keegan, the acting is of the highest caliber.” DC Examiner

 

Potomac Stages 'Pick' for moving performances and emotional impact Potomac Stages

 

 “.  . .  vivid supporting characters played by Scott Graham, Eric Lucas and Mark Rhea . . . (Amy) McWilliams wins our sympathies. . .” The Washington Post

 

“. . .both the structure and the emotional weight of the show are on Stezin’s able shoulders, and he is in turns poignant and rueful . . .” Washington City Paper

 

". . . director Leslie A. Kobylinski deftly handles Leight’s memory play, eliciting finely etched performances from her company. . .” Plays International (London)

 

"In the hands of the Keegan Theatre and the perfect venue of the Church Street Theatre, this fragile story slowly wends its way with anonymous musicians to an ending so vividly exciting that it draws applause for the actors and the people whose lives are depicted.” Review 4 U

 

“This show is not to be missed!” Arlington News Weekly - Channel 69

 

". . . The play explores the timeless appeal of a lonely trumpet blowing “My Funny Valentine”—possibly the most beautiful song ever written, and an appropriate opening to a play that is itself a sad, smoky valentine to the seductiveness of jazz. . . an excellent Amy McWilliams. . . Gene’s musician buddies (Scott Graham, Eric Lucas, and Mark Rhea) are a delightful addition. . .” Washington Theater Review

 

 


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